{"product_id":"estate-14kty-multi-strand-rice-pearl-necklace","title":"Estate 14K Yellow Gold Rice Pearl Multi-Strand Necklace","description":"Crafted with a 14K yellow gold clasp, this contemporary six-strand necklace showcases freshwater rice pearls measuring approximately 3.5mm, their natural baroque shapes creating organic texture and movement. The pearls display the characteristic elongated forms that give this variety its name, with lustrous surfaces ranging from creamy white to soft champagne tones. The multiple strands create dimensional volume at the neckline, their natural variations in size and shape producing the authentic character that distinguishes genuine pearls from uniformly perfect imitations. Measuring 24 inches in length, the necklace features an ornate 14K yellow gold filigree fish hook clasp with decorative openwork detailing. The substantial length allows for versatile wearing options from classic strand to twisted choker styling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFreshwater pearls have adorned jewelry for centuries, prized for their natural luster and organic beauty. Rice pearls earned their name from their resemblance to grains of rice—slightly elongated baroque shapes that reflect the natural growth patterns within freshwater mussels. Unlike perfectly round pearls that command premium prices, rice pearls celebrate nature's imperfection, their irregular surfaces catching light from multiple angles to create soft, glowing radiance. These 3.5mm specimens represent delicate scale, creating refined rather than bold presence, perfect for both formal occasions and everyday elegance. The six-strand construction demonstrates sophisticated design thinking—multiple thin strands create fuller appearance than a single thick strand while maintaining graceful drape and comfortable wear. The strands cascade naturally when worn, their slight variations in pearl placement creating organic rather than rigid symmetry. Freshwater pearls form when an irritant enters the mussel, triggering nacre secretion that builds layer upon luminous layer over months or years. This natural process creates the subtle color variations and surface textures visible across each strand, proof of genuine rather than synthetic origin. The warm tones—cream to champagne—complement the 14K yellow gold clasp beautifully, both materials sharing a gentle warmth that flatters most skin tones. The filigree fish hook clasp adds vintage-inspired elegance through its openwork metalwork, the pierced gold creating delicate pattern while maintaining structural integrity. Fish hook closures provide secure attachment through their curved design, the hook catching within the decorative element to prevent accidental opening. This is contemporary pearl jewelry that honors timeless traditions—where natural freshwater pearls meet skilled stringing technique and decorative gold closure, creating accessible luxury with the soft glow that has captivated jewelry lovers for millennia.","brand":"Estate Towson - Mark","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51022283243798,"sku":"327-00144","price":595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/3863\/6822\/files\/327-144.png?v=1781120730","url":"https:\/\/nelsoncoleman.com\/products\/estate-14kty-multi-strand-rice-pearl-necklace","provider":"Nelson Coleman Jewelers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}